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PR 26-0698

Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development David Inoue Confirmation Resolution of 2026

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

The bill confirms David Inoue as a public member of the CAPICD to serve the remaining term until April 17, 2029, guiding district Asian and Pacific Islander community development.

Referred to Committee on Human Services
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0698

Bill Overview

  • Bill: PR 26-0698 (Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development David Inoue Confirmation Resolution of 2026)
  • Jurisdiction: District of Columbia
  • Purpose: To confirm the appointment of David Inoue to the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development (CAPICD), filling a vacant public seat for the remainder of an unexpired term ending April 17, 2029.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • Official action to confirm David Inoue as a public member of CAPICD.
  • The resolution formalizes his appointment to serve on the commission, replacing Niranjan Adhikari.
  • It emphasizes governance and oversight of Asian and Pacific Islander community development within the District.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Sec. 2: Confirms the appointment of:
    • David Inoue, Alaska Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20012 (Ward 4)
    • Term: remainder of an unexpired term ending April 17, 2029
  • Sec. 3: Requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor upon adoption.
  • Sec. 4: States that the resolution takes effect immediately.
  • Context: CAPICD was established by the Office of Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Establishment Act of 2001 (D.C. Law 14-28), with authority codified at DC Official Code § 2-1374.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • recipient: David Inoue will become a public member of CAPICD.
  • CAPICD: A district-level advisory/oversight body focused on Asian and Pacific Islander community development initiatives.
  • The Mayor’s Office of Human Services/Appointments: Involved in the nomination/confirmation process.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: May 6, 2026, by Chairman Phil Mendelson.
  • Referral: Referred to the Committee on Human Services on May 19, 2026.
  • Confirmation: The Council would vote to confirm the appointment; upon adoption, a copy is sent to the nominee and to the Mayor.
  • Effective date: Immediate upon adoption of the resolution.

Additional Notes

  • The nomination process references the Mayor’s Office of Appointments for coordination.
  • The document includes biographical and professional details for David Inoue, highlighting experience in health, public service, and community advocacy, aimed at demonstrating readiness for CAPICD duties (specifics include roles with nonprofit and public health organizations and prior community leadership positions).

If you’d like, I can add a brief glossary of CAPICD’s typical responsibilities or compare this appointment to the vacancy it fills (Niranjan Adhikari) to provide more context.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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